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M253 TNP

1995 Toyota Starlet

Black Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

161,429 mi
Last recorded161,429 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2009
Typical for 1995 Toyota Starlet81,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM253 TNP
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 Nov 2009 161,429 miles

Advise both rear tyres have cuts in not deep enough to expose the cords.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 161,429 miles

Advise both rear tyres have cuts in not deep enough to expose the cords.

Pass 3 Nov 2008 150,684 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 150,684 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 128,780 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 128,780 miles

Horn control insecure (1.6.1)

Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 110,582 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Toyota Starlet?

Based on 379,267 MOT tests across 32,146 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
3,843
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
32,146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,266
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,965
Headlamp aim too low 7,146
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,989
Stop lamp not working 6,412
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M253 TNP is a 1995 Toyota Starlet in Black with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1995 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 81,512 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Starlet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 19,266 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M253 TNP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Starlet typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 31 years old, this Toyota Starlet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M253 TNP registered?

M253 TNP is a 1995 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is M253 TNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M253 TNP shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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